Thomas Academy had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 1-5 to make it eight. They took a blow against the Oak City Prep Bears, falling 73-30. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bears this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 98-17 back in January.
As for Oak City Prep, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-7 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won six contests by 43 points or more this season.
Leading Oak City Prep to victory were Amazin Dixon and Tyieon Wilson. Dixon shot 67% from beyond the arc on his way to 37 points along with eight assists and eight rebounds, while Wilson shot 5-for-8 from long range and dropped a double-double with 25 points and 13 boards. Dixon has been hot for a while, having posted 15 or more points the last 38 times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Trenton Hall, who posted six points and five steals.
Thomas Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Oak City Prep, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Lake Raleigh Prep Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bears will be up against the Reapers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 78.75 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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